UPDATE: On Christmas Day, December 25, 2023, Gregory Bovino, the Border Patrol commander under President Donald Trump, engaged in an astonishing 12-hour social media blitz that has captured widespread attention. Instead of celebrating the holiday, Bovino unleashed over three dozen posts on the X platform, focusing on immigration enforcement and directly attacking political opponents.
The social media rampage began just before lunch, with Bovino targeting Rep. Mike Levin (D-CA) for supposedly creating “sanctuaries” that protect undocumented immigrants. He posted, “Luckily we have patriots who put US Citizens and LEGAL immigrants over your lawlessness,” underscoring the contentious nature of his commentary.
Bovino did not stop there. He also directed his ire towards Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN), boasting about “massive deportations of illegal aliens” occurring in her state. He taunted her with a post saying, “Ilan, more to come – Merry Christmas and God bless you on Christ’s birthday,” further highlighting the ongoing divisions in U.S. immigration policy discussions.
In a series of posts filled with political jabs, Bovino also sent festive wishes to key figures in the Trump administration, including White House immigration czar Stephen Miller and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. However, both officials did not publicly respond to his messages.
Throughout this online frenzy, Bovino engaged in confrontations with everyday users on the platform, responding to critics with derision. Notably, he reacted to an AI-generated image of himself in women’s clothing with a laugh emoji, showcasing a mix of bravado and defensiveness in his responses.
The urgency of Bovino’s posts reflects deeper issues surrounding immigration enforcement and the current political climate in the U.S. His antics on Christmas Day have sparked discussions about the role of social media in political discourse, especially among government officials.
As the nation continues to grapple with immigration policy and enforcement, all eyes will be on Bovino and his actions. This developing story raises questions about the impact of such public declarations on the ongoing immigration debate and the potential ramifications for his position within the Trump administration.
Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding situation as it captures the attention of both supporters and critics alike.
